Actor John Amos found dead at Los Angeles home
John Amos's daughter learns of his death through media reports
Actor John Amos’s daughter, Shannon Amos, discovered her father’s tragic death through media reports. Shannon expressed her shock, stating she was “without words” upon learning about Amos’s passing via a social media post. John Amos, known for his roles in *Coming to America* and *Good Times*, passed away at his Los Angeles home on August 24.
His son, KC Amos, shared a heartfelt statement: “It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned. He had the kindest heart and was loved worldwide. Many fans saw him as their TV father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on through his remarkable work in television and film as an actor.”
Shannon has also posted her own statement online. On her social media pages, she wrote: “I am without words… Our family has received the heartbreaking news that my Dad, John Allen Amos, Jr., transitioned on August 21st. We are devastated and left with many questions about how this happened 45 days ago, learning about it through the media like so many of you.”
RIP John Amos🕊️ No-one will ever forget seeing your performance opposite James Earl Jones in Coming to America 💔Gordy the weatherman on 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' Emmy nom for your role as the older Kunta Kinte on 'Roots.'🙏🏾
Amos died Aug. 21 his son, K.C. Amos, announced pic.twitter.com/3x8KHrZBRa
— Britannicus Maximus "Great Victor in Britain" (@BrutusMaximusX) October 1, 2024
She continued: “This should be a time of honoring and celebrating his life, yet we are struggling to navigate the wave of emotions and uncertainties surrounding his passing. Still, there is some semblance of peace in knowing my father is finally free. My family and I deeply appreciate the outpouring of love, calls, and texts. Please continue to hold our family in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you.”
Before his death, Amos was working on a documentary series called *America’s Dad*, a project he had been developing with K.C. for several years. Speaking in 2024, he said: “Having my own son working with me as a filmmaker, it’s a blessing because we can capture these moments of inspiration. It covers my career, his career, our joint careers. And it’s something that I think every father and son will want to see.” Amos reportedly passed away from natural causes, though the official cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
What Other Media Are Saying
- The Daily Beast reports John Amos’ daughter Shannon learned of her father’s death through media, highlighting family drama and elder abuse allegations against her brother K.C. before his passing.(read more)
- WVTM 13. John Amos’ daughter learned of his death through media, highlighting her delayed knowledge of his passing after his publicist confirmed it weeks earlier.(read more)
- 949theBeat reports John Amos’ daughter, Shannon, learning of his death through media, expressing devastation and questions about the circumstances of his congestive heart failure on August 21.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
How did Shannon Amos find out about her father’s death?
She learned about it through a social media post.
When did John Amos pass away?
He died on August 24.
What projects was John Amos working on before his death?
He was working on a documentary series called America’s Dad.
What did KC Amos say in his statement about his father’s passing?
He expressed heartfelt sadness and highlighted his father’s kind heart and legacy.
What did Shannon Amos request from the public?
She asked for continued thoughts and prayers for her family.
